Comparison

eSmartLock vs CaloIO

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

eSmartLock

Control your smart locks remotely and eliminate the need for traditional keys. This app offers a convenient way to manage access and avoid the hassle of lost keys.

Highlights
  • Smart lock mobile client
  • Keyless entry
  • Remote lock control
  • Eliminate traditional keys
  • Avoid lost key hassle
Features
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eSmartLock is a smart lock mobile client software, which is close to life. Get rid of the constraints of traditional keys and avoid the hassle of losing keys.

About

CaloIO

Features
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Make sense of your day with CaloIO, a nutrition and hydration journal built around your daily routine. LOG YOUR WAY Find foods with Open Food Facts, scan a barcode, create your own foods or add calories quickly. Scan a nutrition label to prefill values, then review them before saving. Save favorite foods and reusable meal combos for next time. SEE THE WHOLE DAY Keep breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks together in a dated food diary. Follow calories, protein, carbohydrates and fat, plus fiber, sugar and sodium. Explore daily, weekly and monthly views to understand your habits over time. CHOOSE YOUR APPROACH Use personal nutrition targets or Observation mode to record what you eat without calorie or weight-loss goals. Adjust the information shown on your home screen to fit your needs. BUILD YOUR ROUTINE Track water, log weight and body measurements, set reminders and see your progress. Use iPhone widgets to keep key information close. CaloIO supports metric and imperial body measurements, light and dark appearance, and English, French, German and Spanish. CONNECT WHEN YOU CHOOSE Optional Apple Health integration lets you connect activity, nutrition, water and weight data. Your journal is stored on your device. Export your data or create a backup, including photos. Usage analytics are optional and can be controlled in Settings. Start with one meal, one glass of water, or one day of observation.

Screenshots

eSmartLock4 screens
CaloIO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CaloIO at none against eSmartLock's 3. CaloIO also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 2 months). eSmartLock's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. eSmartLock sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. CaloIO asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

eSmartLock ships an update every 2 months, CaloIO daily. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
eSmartLock versus CaloIO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametereSmartLockCaloIO
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (159 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews31.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings159 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Elink Smart Co., Ltd.DAVID NIKOLIC

Bugs and requests

eSmartLock

Reported bugs

19 issues
  • Cannot complete registration - password validation fails
  • App won't accept valid passwords meeting stated requirements
  • Bluetooth disconnects within seconds of connection
  • Lock icon displays incorrect state (always shows unlocked)
  • Fingerprint reader fails to save or update fingerprints
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  • App loses connection to lock randomly
  • User management section disappears from app
  • Cards stop working after app download
  • Card reconnection function doesn't work
  • Watch app stays in 'connecting' state indefinitely
  • App won't load past opening screen
  • Fingerprint placement sensitivity too strict
  • Power-saving mode popup appears in Chinese despite English selection
  • Cannot create new user accounts
  • Password reset and account recovery broken
  • Logout doesn't clear stored credentials
  • Keyboard input issues in password/security question fields
  • Bluetooth pairing fails after initial setup
  • Lock won't recognize fingerprints in rain or when wet

Requested features

12 requests
  • Apple Watch standalone app without phone requirement
  • Widget integration for quick access
  • Apple Home integration
  • Single-button unlock without opening app
  • Account password reset functionality
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  • Battery level indicator in app
  • Ability to keep door unlocked without complex scheduling
  • Remote access to activity logs without physical lock
  • Improved Bluetooth range
  • QR code sharing for easy user addition
  • Account sharing between family members
  • Siri control on Apple Watch

CaloIO

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

eSmartLock

One-time3
  • Cloud Storage 30-day (7)$1.99
  • Cloud Storage 180-day (7)$6.99
  • Cloud Storage 360-day (7)$9.99
None

CaloIO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is eSmartLock free?
eSmartLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CaloIO free?
CaloIO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do eSmartLock or CaloIO have ads?
Neither eSmartLock nor CaloIO shows ads.
Which is updated more often, eSmartLock or CaloIO?
eSmartLock ships an update every 2 months, and CaloIO daily. Most recently, eSmartLock was updated on November 2, 2026 and CaloIO on October 31, 2026.

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